I was invited to be a part of my very first blog tour by the amazing Lisa Kirchner: an author, storyteller and yogi residing in New York. Lisa’s stimulating stories, sharp wit and phenomenal way with words tell an inspirational journey of vision and courage that all women need to hear. You also need to read Lisa’s first book, a memoire entitled Hello American Lady Creature, What I learned as a Woman in Qatar, which will be available on 31 May 2014. To check out Lisa’s answers to the blog tour click here and to check out her website click www.lisalkirchner.com. Thanks Lisa!
My Writing Process
What am I working on?
I’m working on further developing an online healing space via my blog A Compulsive Story for those who suffer from eating disorders and planning to publish a book about my life’s journey with the disease of compulsive overeating. In the world of work, I am currently working on a new Website for Valued Lives and getting ready to launch SCRIBE Online in the coming months.
How does my work differ from others of its genre?
I think every single writer’s work differs from others – even within the same genre. All we can do is be true to our story and ourselves. Personally, I endeavour to ensure authenticity in my writing, so the reader experiences the essence of Karen and who she is.
Why do I write what I do?
There are two reasons: firstly to express my creativity. I love the written word, it inspires and connects to my soul at the deepest level, painting pictures in the canvas of my imagination. Secondly, a deep desire to help others, to give hope and share the truth of my life’s journey in a unique way with those who are in a similar situation.
How does my writing process work?
Subject matter for my writing tends to come through meditation, an Oprah ‘Aha’ moment, or just a knowing that I need to write on a certain subject. I write from a connected space that feels otherworldly. When I try to make my writing happen without that connection it simply does not work: no flow, no ideas and no words.
Now let me introduce the next three beautiful bloggers on the tour who I’m sure you will thoroughly enjoy; Anna Kemp, Elysia Tsangarides and Kristen Taylor:
Anna Kemp:
Anna was born in Melbourne, Victoria but has lived in many places along the East Coast of Australia. She writes a personal/lifestyle blog titled Anna Savanna. Initially the blog began as a hobby to pass the time during university holidays, but being able to write about anything she felt like and engaging with readers from around the globe was rather addictive. When a rare disorder forced her to quit her Masters Degree in Communications, the blog became her main pursuit. When she isn't posting on the blog she is working on her first fiction book, using instagram prolifically and generally being a flâneur. In her former life as a journalist, Anna wrote for Luxury Travel Magazine and Australian Art Collector, and freelanced for publications such as The Coffee Guide. Anna currently lives in Sydney with her husband and two dogs.
Anna Savanna
Elysia Tsangarides:
Elysia is many things, depending on the time of day. During work hours she is Marketer, Communicator, Event and Program Manager, as well as many cups of tea drinker. After 5pm she writes for Weekend Notes Perth, blogs at Prickles and Pearls, dabbles in many things creative but most of all, reads and writes a bunch! Traveller, foodie, lover, questioner, procrastinator, fence sitter, popcorn lover, dog owner, daughter, girlfriend, sister and amongst other things believer that life should be nothing short of extraordinary. Check out Prickles and Pearls to enjoy a little bit of El.
Prickles and Pearls
Kristen Taylor:
Kristen is a 34 year old Mobile, Alabama native who has been a self professed writer ever since she was first able to hold a pencil correctly. At the age of 11, she had two original poems published in the annual edition of 'Sketches,' a 200-page booklet showcasing art and writings of students in the DoDDS schools in Germany. Her next published work didn't occur till more than 20 years later when she was asked to contribute to a coffee-table book entitled 50 Shades of Black writing on the 'Global Preoccupation of Skin Tone' (as it relates to sexuality and how its portrayed in the media). However, for the past four years Kristen has been writing a myriad of topics on her blog The Personal Reflections of Kristen Alyce. With notebooks full of songs, scripts and short stories dating back as far as 2000, she hopes one day to compile all her work into a personal catalogue. In the meantime, she is working on a currently untitled book where she discusses morality in dating relationships as they relate to scripture and its parallel to her personal dating experiences. Coming soon to a bookshelf near you! Until then, check her out on her Personal Reflections blog; she'd loved to welcome you to her world!
The Personal Reflections of Kirsten Alyce
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